WHAT YOU WILL DO
The CEO is accountable for MHAOC's organizational health, strategic direction, program quality, financial sustainability, and community standing. Core responsibilities include:
•        Strategic Leadership — Partner with the Board to set and execute a compelling vision positioning MHAOC for growth in programs and community impact.
•        Fiscal & Operational Oversight — Manage a complex, primarily government-funded operation including Medi-Cal and Medicare fee-for-service reimbursement, contract compliance, and multi-site program delivery.
•        Fundraising & Revenue Diversification — Cultivate foundations, corporate partners, and individual donors to supplement public funding and build organizational resilience.
•        Government & Community Relations — Serve as MHAOC's primary external ambassador with the Orange County Health Care Agency, county and city government, peer organizations, and community coalitions.
•        Advocacy — Champion systemic change on behalf of those served, engaging actively in regional and statewide coalitions addressing mental health access, homelessness, poverty, and discrimination.
•        Staff & Culture Leadership — Inspire and retain a talented, diverse team rooted in dignity, equity, and psychosocial rehabilitation values.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The ideal candidate combines clinical credibility, executive sophistication, and the heart of an advocate. We are looking for someone who:
•        Holds a current California clinical license — LCSW, LMFT, Licensed Psychologist, or equivalent — with command of the clinical and regulatory environment in which MHAOC operates.
•        Has executive-level nonprofit leadership experience — Ideally in community mental health, behavioral health, or social services with a government-funded program po
•        Possesses deep expertise in Medi-Cal and Medicare — Including fee-for-service reimbursement systems, government contract management, and regulatory compliance.
•        Has a demonstrated fundraising track record — Securing private grants, foundation support, and individual donations to complement public funding.
•        Is a passionate, authentic advocate — For individuals living with mental illness, experiencing homelessness, or facing poverty and discrimination — in coalitions, policy forums, and public discourse.
•        Brings exceptional stakeholder engagement skills — Building trust across county agencies, elected officials, community leaders, board members, staff, and the individuals MHAOC serves.